IF YOU'RE HERE,
YOUR CHILD'S JOURNEY
HASN'T BEEN EASY

Bennett International provides expert advocacy and guidance to help your family find the best education solutions — because every child deserves to thrive. We’ve guided hundreds of families through exactly what you’re experiencing.

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WHETHER YOU’RE A LONG-TIME RESIDENT OR NEW TO YOUR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE, AND WHEREVER YOU ARE ON YOUR JOURNEY WITH YOUR CHILD,
WE WILL UNDERSTAND YOUR SITUATION.

IF YOU'RE A LOCAL FAMILY...

You want the best education for your child and so do we; let us guide you to options that speak to your child’s potential, not their limitations.*

IF YOU'RE AN EXPATRIATE FAMILY...

You may be coming from a country where support for children with additional needs looked different, and you could use help figuring out next steps in a new landscape.*

WHETHER YOUR CHILD IS DIAGNOSED OR NOT...

You might have a formal assessment in hand, or you might simply have a feeling that something isn’t quite right. Both situations can feel overwhelming, and your concerns are valid.

*We are committed to ensuring comfortable communication for all parties and can arrange translation services as needed.

NO MATTER YOUR SITUATION, PERHAPS YOU’RE FEELING:

  • Frustration when traditional education pathways seem limited
  • Anxiety about your child's education future and wellbeing
  • Confusion about education regulations, school policies and assessment processes
  • Isolation in advocating for your child's needs in an unfamiliar system
  • Concern about finding the right support for your child—not profit-driven recommendations​
YOU'RE NOT ALONE. YOU'RE IN GOOD COMPANY, AND THERE IS A PATH FORWARD.

INDEPENDENT CHILD-CENTERED ADVOCACY YOU CAN TRUST

Bennett International has only one mission: figuring out the best-fit education for your child. Your family’s best interest always guides our recommendations, and we’re open about the partnerships we rely on to support your family’s journey. We thrive when your family thrives. Here’s what makes us different:

Global Expertise, Local Knowledge

30+ years of international education experience across a wide range of curriculum frameworks combined with deep understanding of local education systems, provisions and requirements.

Child-Centered Approach

​Every recommendation starts with understanding who your child is and what they need—it's not about fitting them into existing programs.

Respect

We respect diverse values and priorities and work effectively with families of all backgrounds.

​Independent Advocacy

No financial relationships with schools or therapy centers means our guidance is truly unbiased.

Education Professionals

Our consultants are former teachers and school administrators who understand learning environments from the inside.

Global Network of Resources

Access to international solutions and alternative pathways that families often haven't considered.

OUR PROCESS

DISCOVERY CALL​

We listen to your family’s specific situation and help determine if and how Bennett can support your journey.

COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT/INTAKE

Once our formal engagement begins, we conduct a thorough intake in order to understand your child’s needs and your current challenges, so that we may create a tailored, personal roadmap.

INNOVATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING & PROFESSIONAL IMPLEMENTATION

Whether you just need a little professional guidance or someone to design and implement a new plan for your child’s education, we work alongside you, and with a global network of resources in our toolbox.

ONGOING PARTNERSHIP

Education is a journey. We provide continued support, transition planning, and long-term guidance as your child’s needs evolve.

EXPERTS IN TRADITIONAL SOLUTIONS AND MORE

When conventional education routes feel limited, Bennett’s global network opens doors to possibilities families often haven’t considered:

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Specialized schools and programs worldwide for families open to global solutions.

PERSONALIZED PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Individualized education plans when standard options don’t fit: homeschooling or hybrid programs, specialized tutoring tailored to your child’s needs.

ACCOMMODATION STRATEGIES & LONG-RANGE PLANNING

​Expert guidance in working with schools, specialists and providers, and other caregivers to develop appropriate support plans.

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3 LEVELS OF SUPPORT

To Meet Your Family's Needs

NAVIGATOR

Strategic guidance and comprehensive roadmap for families who want expert direction and can implement independently.

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CO-PILOT​

Hands-on case management and active collaboration with schools and providers, typically over 1 term, for families needing implementation support.
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PILOT​

Premium advocacy partnership, typically over 2 terms, with extensive consultant availability, in-home visits, and full advocacy representation.
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Every service is delivered with attentiveness to your family’s values and priorities; with understanding of your child’s uniqueness and the provisions made by local education authorities; and with a commitment to finding the right path forward for your child.

During your discovery call, we’ll walk you through our services and clearly outline pricing for the options that best fit your family’s needs.
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YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE THE EXPERT. WE ARE.

Having spent years supporting corporate families relocating to different countries, we kept encountering the same pattern: parents feeling completely overwhelmed as they tried to source appropriate support for their children with additional needs, sometimes in an unfamiliar system.

We realized that our global education expertise, combined with our deep local knowledge in so many locations, positioned us perfectly to fill this gap. Every family deserves an advocate who truly understands both the local education system and the profound concern parents have for their children. So, we decided to develop a suite of services to support families with a child with Special Education Needs, whether the family is relocating or staying local.

Whether you’re concerned about your child’s academic performance, a different education environment, or simply wanting to ensure your child has the support they need to thrive, we’re here to walk alongside you with the expertise, empathy, and problem-solving you deserve.

— Elizabeth Sawyer
CEO, Bennett International

WHY BENNETT?

Because we’re the ultimate education professionals and we’re time-tested.

When you choose Bennett International, founded in 1991, you’re partnering with a company that has been in practice for more than three decades and is recognized internationally for the caliber and integrity of its education consulting services. We combine global and local knowledge, and we uphold the highest principles of education consulting. We are not employed by any school or schools group, and we are always transparent about our valued partnerships.. We pride ourselves on the quality of our consultant team and the depth of their expertise—whether it is in early or higher education or supporting students of determination. For 35 years, we have been effective in helping families identify the best-fit learning environment for their children, be it in their home location or elsewhere, and we believe you will appreciate working with us.

Our approach is guided by six unwavering principles: empathy, to experience with you your family’s unique situation; civility in every interaction; listening carefully in order to understand what you need most; a fundamental belief in the transformative power of education; creative problem-solving when challenges seem insurmountable; and expert guidance through unfamiliar terrain.

What sets us apart is not just our experience, but our connectedness to schools, education professionals, specialists, tutors, and alternative programs worldwide—decades of trusted relationships that open doors and create possibilities for your child that simply wouldn’t exist otherwise.

FAMILIES WE'VE HELPED FIND THEIR WAY

EXPATRIATE FAMILY

Our consultant was so considerate, understanding, and helpful. She was the highlight of our relocation and made what could have been the most stressful activity one of the easiest. We are so pleased with the outcome and could not have been successful without her help.

CORPORATE FAMILY ON ASSIGNMENT

Our consultant’s empathy to understand our state of mind as parents of two kids with diverse educational requirements was remarkable – she almost stepped into our shoes as parents for our children… Our consultant was flexible to accommodate time-zone differences and my busy travel schedule – thank you very much!!

EXPATRIATE FAMILY

We found the whole experience incredibly helpful and supportive. It made the experience of navigating educational challenges so much easier having a knowledgeable person helping us find the best academic solutions available to us.

RESIDENT LOCAL FAMILY

We were spared all the complexities and challenges of this process and landed in a wonderful, caring and supportive school where my children have been thriving. Because of our consultant’s expertise, we found the right path for our kids. We couldn’t have done this without her.

QUESTIONS WE'RE OFTEN ASKED

Do you work with families from all cultural backgrounds?

Absolutely. We honor and respect diverse cultural perspectives while providing expert guidance. Our approach is tailored to each family’s unique background and values.

Absolutely. Alongside our expertise in special education needs, Bennett International also provides tailored guidance for high-achieving students. Our team draws on the same personalized, detail-oriented consultative process—reviewing evaluations, academic records, and learning goals—to make recommendations focused on the best fit for high achievers.

We support families with school-aged children, preschool through university. Our expertise spans the entire educational journey.

Many families come to us with concerns but no formal evaluation. We can guide you through understanding your options and next steps, regardless of where you are in your journey.

This service is designed to help families make the most of the resources and opportunities available within their current setting, often avoiding the need to move schools—especially when places are limited. While it is not a dedicated school placement service, our wider Private Client suite of services offers comprehensive school search and placement support if needed. Here, our focus is on implementing the appropriate support for students in their current environment whether it comes from within the school or external sources.

Yes, we can arrange the appropriate consultants and translation services to ensure comfortable communication for all family members.

This is where Bennett’s expertise truly shines. We specialize in creating options where none seem to exist, drawing from our global network of programs and specialists to create solutions that families often haven’t considered.

We are compensated by our client families, not by schools or specialists; consequently, we are 100% committed to the success of the child we are serving.

We specialize in transition planning and can help ensure the smooth continuity of your child’s education whether you’re staying put or preparing for repatriation, or another adventure.

No, Bennett International does not handle legal cases or provide legal representation. We are education consultants, not lawyers; our expertise lies in educational advocacy, system navigation, and finding best-fit solutions for your child’s learning needs. If your situation requires legal intervention, we can help you understand when that might be necessary and suggest you consult with a qualified education attorney.

We take the protection of your private and confidential information very seriously and handle all data with the utmost care and responsibility. We implement strict security measures and protocols to safeguard your information. For detailed information about our data practices, please read our privacy policy.

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The path forward starts with a conversation.

In just 15-20 minutes, we can help you understand your options and determine how Bennett can support your family’s unique journey.

What to expect in your discovery call:

  • An empathetic and compassionate listener
  • Questions that will enable us to understand your child's situation
  • An opportunity for you to ask us questions about how we can help

This will be followed by a proposal of how we can work together.

Your child’s education is too important to navigate alone. Whether you need strategic guidance, active advocacy, or simply someone to listen who truly understands, we’re here.

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